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Solution Architect Lead

£19,800 - 21,180
Marcliff Grove, Knutsford
£19,800 - 21,180
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Company Size
5k+
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Company Type
Services
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Exp Level
Lead
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Job Type
Full-Time
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
- Strong understanding of cloud architectures (Azure/AWS/GCP) - Experience with containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) - Knowledge of serverless design patterns - Expertise in integration patterns (REST, GraphQL, Event-Driven Architecture, messaging queues) - Familiarity with security frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, Zero Trust) - Knowledge in identity management (OAuth, SSO, Azure AD) - Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps toolchains - Experience with infrastructure as code and environment strategy - Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical designs

Responsibilities

- Own the end-to-end technical architecture across all solution components - Lead architectural design sessions, blueprint creation, and technical governance - Define solution patterns, integration approaches, and technical standards - Ensure security-by-design principles are embedded, including IAM and data protection - Oversee integration architectures across APIs, data pipelines, cloud platforms, and microservices - Act as final approver for technical design decisions and architectural reviews - Work with security, infrastructure, DevOps, and engineering teams to ensure compliance - Participate in vendor assessments and technology evaluations - Manage architectural risks, technical debt, and system interdependencies - Maintain technical documentation and architectural repositories to enterprise standards

Description


We are looking for a Solution Architect Lead who will provide end-to-end ownership of programme architecture in a hybrid working environment (60% office, 40% remote) based in Knutsford. This role offers the opportunity to guide engineering teams, validate architectural decisions, and ensure that our solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with enterprise standards. Join us in shaping the future of our technical landscape while enjoying competitive rates and a supportive team atmosphere.
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